upraised
Example Sentences
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So, here, Washington seems to have just stepped forward and, his head slightly upraised and with eyes fixed on something in the distance, readies himself to speak.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 2, 2026
He added that her upraised arms will eventually hold a light that will turn on at night.
From New York Times ● Dec. 27, 2023
In Game 3 of the 1932 series at Chicago’s Wrigley Field, the Yankees’ Babe Ruth gestured with an upraised finger toward the Cubs pitcher, Charlie Root, and walloped his next pitch for a home run.
From Washington Post ● Oct. 13, 2022
Located 300 feet above the canyon floor, it’s been described as a playground of upraised sandstone.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 24, 2021
When he opened the door, he found Tomard with an upraised fist, and Cayn with a taper in hand.
From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin
